Epic Fluorite Find! Rockhounding at Lone Star Mine in Arizon

We set out on an exciting adventure to the Lone Star Mine in Benson, Arizona, a unique pay-to-dig fluorite location operated by Regina Cal of Rustic Skills. This site is one of the only places in the U.S. where you can mine your own fluorite, and let me tell you—we found a ton of amazing specimens!

Our Experience at Lone Star Mine

We opted for the self-guided tour, exploring the mine’s tailings and digging up incredible pieces of banded fluorite, known for its vibrant purple and green hues. The thrill of uncovering these hidden gems made the experience unforgettable!

While we were out searching for treasures, we had the chance to meet Regina, who was leading a guided tour for another group. She was kind enough to share some fascinating insights about the mine’s history and geology, which made our experience even better.

About Lone Star Mine & Rustic Skills

Lone Star Mine is one of the few places in the U.S. where you can dig for fluorite and take home what you find.

The mine offers self-guided and guided tours, allowing rockhounds of all experience levels to explore and collect fluorite specimens.

Regina Cal, the owner of Rustic Skills, is passionate about sharing her knowledge of mining and geology with visitors.

If you're interested in experiencing a one-of-a-kind rockhounding adventure, check out Rustic Skills for more details on tours:
https://rusticskills.com/tours/

Also, be sure to subscribe to Regina’s YouTube channel to learn more about mining, rockhounding tips, and other incredible adventures!
https://youtube.com/@RusticSkills?si=jXbMjyp0tIwKld0s

Our trip to Lone Star Mine was a blast, and if you love digging, discovering, and collecting your own treasures, this is definitely a spot worth visiting!

Video shot on:
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With Black mist ND filter
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